As part of celebrating Trustee’s Week 2024, we are sharing some of the fantastic trustee opportunities listed on the York Volunteers website!
York Volunteers, our city’s volunteer centre, has a huge database of local volunteering opportunities. Discover the many benefits of becoming a trustee or volunteer for a local organisation and find the perfect role for you here.
If you are an organisation looking for your next superstar volunteer, you can advertise your role free of charge on the York Volunteers website too.
Get involved! View the latest local Trustee roles
Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire (BORNY)
Closing date: 21-11-2024
Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire (BORNY) have a mission to provide a safe haven for cats and kittens in need and aim to alleviate suffering and improve the wellbeing of cats and kittens. Operating since 2015 this small voluntary group gained their charity registration in 2019. Join them in shaping the future of BORNY and making a real impact on the lives of countless cats and kittens.
York Women’s Counselling Service (YWCS)
Closing date: 28-02-2025
YWCS provides one to one counselling to women who are experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties as a result of current or past emotional stress or trauma. Their aim is to be there to support women who need our help, when they need it, for as long as they need it, regardless of their financial circumstances. YWCS is a small and friendly charity whose people value working together and supporting each other. Becoming a trustee could be the challenge you’re looking for. It will give you the opportunity to get involved in many aspects of our organisation, providing an effective way to build your skills and your CV.
Refugee Action York (RAY)
Closing date: 28-02-2025
Part of RAY’s mission is provide a safe and welcoming space in York where refugees, asylum seekers and migrants can access practical support, information, and guidance in order to relieve hardship, reduce isolation and advance education. If you are looking to support and help develop the strategic direction of this important York charity, click below to find out the full details.
Emerging Voices
Closing date: Ongoing
Emerging Voices is a music charity based in Yorkshire that enables adults with lived experience of mental ill health to reach their potential as musicians and artists, in a collaborative and friendly environment. They are seeking trustee with legal expertise. As a trustee on a small board, you will be at the heart of the decision-making process on the daily activities and running of the CIO, helping to shape the future of this young organisation.
York Down Syndrome Support Group (YDSSG)
Closing date: 30-06-2025
York Down Syndrome Support Group are a parent-led support group based in York with their overall aim to create and develop the conditions that will enable children with Down syndrome to attain their full potential. They aim to support all those involved in the lives of our children including family members and professionals. YDSSG are seeking a Chair of trustees to ensure that all the organisation’s activities enable it to meet the charity’s objectives and responsibilities.
For more fantastic trustee roles as well as other volunteering opportunities, click below.